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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
2
The Journal outlines subscription at 1.00 per year and a 3 percent discount for advance payments. It requests correspondents mail newsletters by Wednesday to avoid delays, and lists charges for obituaries, resolutions, political communications, and reading notices. Transient ads cost 50 cents per inch for the first insertion and 25 cents per inch for subsequent insertions with no changes.
An editorial from a Southern born Democratic voters association in New York urges the Democratic Party to nominate a Southern man for vice president. It discusses sectional balance, names Mr Conrad and Mr Bryan, and argues a Southern candidate could attract Southern and some New York votes while stressing the West's strength for Roosevelt's base.
The News-Leader calls for a Southern man to be considered for second on the national Democratic ticket with Mr Conrad as the sole Southern candidate. It notes limited knowledge of Conrad and emphasizes the timing for a Southern gentleman’s name in the post.
An advertising notice claims chronic constipation risks and presents Foley’s Urino Laxative as a remedy that aids digestion, stimulates liver and bowels, and restores natural action. It promises quick relief and pleasant tasting formula, urging no nausea or griping and listing druggists as sellers.
Walter R Elliott born Portsmouth October 10 1868 died March 4 1903 at 118 Rose Avenue Cottage Place after pneumonia. Married Sallie B Hudgins January 14 1901 Mathews County Va. Lillian Mae their child survives him. Described as industrious thrifty and loyal husband father brother and son. Pastor W R H officiating.
If any person suspects kidney problems they should take Foley's Kidney Remedy at once to avoid Bright's disease or diabetes. Delay strengthens the illness and you should not delay taking Foley's Kidney Remedy. For sale by all druggists.
Frank Young, slated for execution in June, is described as acting irrationally since his April sentencing. His lawyers sought a lunacy commission, but the plan stalled. authorities warn the execution may proceed. The article notes Mecklenburg’s record of hangings and predicts future executions will shift to electric chairs at the state penitentiary.
Senator John W. Daniel arrived from Washington and joined Governor Swanson and others for speeches at the Confederate union ceremony in Charlotte Court House. He reported Crumpacker’s bill unlikely to become law and voiced support for retaining the primary system for nominating candidates. He noted the Democratic convention’s stance on Bryan and could not introduce Governor Johnson due to Senate duties.
Colds lingering into spring exhaust the nerves and can lead to serious illness. Foley's Honey and Tar quickly stops the cough and expels the cold. It is safe and certain in results.
Confederate war heroine Captain Sallie L. Tompkins received condolences after a fall on Franklin street. She helped Robertson hospital during the war and now lies at the Confederate Women’s Home with painful but not serious injuries. Doctor Gordon aided her and ensured she was moved to the home. The incident occurred in Mathews County on May 2 1908.
The Norfolk and Western lift drawbridge over the Eastern Branch of the Elizabeth River was lowered into position and tested with a coal train carrying about 400000 pounds. At 160 feet long and among the world’s largest of its kind, the bridge functioned with remarkable ease and the old structure will be removed immediately.
In Lynchburg Virginia on May 24 a delayed Rustburg game sparked a melee when umpire T C Nelson faced a disputed call. Frank Nelson Jr was severely cut with a knife while his cousin T C Nelson was stabbed in the back. Judge Frank Nelson and jailer Pugh sustained minor injuries during efforts to restrain the fight.
Advertisement asserts Foley's Kidney Remedy restores kidney function by filtering impurities from blood. claims the kidneys will strain out waste and ends with a guarantee of wellness. states product is for sale by all druggists.
On May 12 1908 E L Billups sues Charles Fraser for 62 36 with interest from March 1 1908 and seeks attachment of a 35 foot launch with 5 H P Palmer engine. Fraser not residing in Virginia must appear within 15 days. notice to run weekly for four weeks in Mathews Journal and posted at the Mathews courthouse. Teste Saxon Shirn clerk J Boyo Sraxs p q 5 14 4t
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